Desogestrel Prescribing at STIRCHLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,161
Total Quantity
250.0K
NHS Cost
£7.1K
vs National Avg
+192.9%
STIRCHLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,161 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,061 to the NHS. This is 192.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
107
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,161 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 250,030 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,061 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +192.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,161 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +192.9% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.